A few months ago I was approached by the folks at The Well Trained Mind to review Electoral Apocalypses Episode 1 and Episode 2. The Well Trained Mind is a company which produce the very excellent Story of the World, a complete classical history curriculum. The Electoral Apocalypses supplement and complement their lessons on American history……
Category: History – America (1800s)
Little House on the Prairie Unit Study
This contains all my Little House on the Prairie posts from the summer of 2013. Little House on the Prairie Summer A Summer of Little House Living – Our Plans: Outlining our 10 week plan Little House on the Prairie Unit Study: Week 1: Painting the Little House; Prairie Pancakes; Salted Pork; Corn bread; Paper Dolls; Button……
Little House on the Prairie: American Folk Museum Part 3
Click here for part one: The Irish Side Click here for part two: The Ship And welcome to part three: The American Side After disembarking the ship we headed straight for the prairie house. I had been under the mistaken impression that it was a replica of the Little House. It wasn’t. It was an……
Little House on the Prairie: American Folk Museum Part 2
For part one see here Having gone down the Irish street we entered the docking area to the ship that would take us to the American side: And yes, that is my husband carrying my hand bag. He carried it so I could take photos. It takes a very confident man to carry a woman’s……
Little House on the Prairie: American Folk Museum Part 1
One of the places I really wanted to visit when we were in Northern Ireland was the American Folk Museum. The reason being that it had an actual prairie house which had been transported back from America plank by plank and reconstructed on site. No it wasn’t a replica of the Little House (as I……
Little House on the Prairie Party
After ten weeks studying “Little House on the Prairie,” a combined birthday and celebration party was held. The event featured homemade decorations, simple pioneer-themed food, and engaging hands-on activities representing pioneer life. This memorable conclusion reinforced learning, fostered family traditions, and emphasized the importance of community and gratitude in children’s education.
The First Four Years
During the penultimate week of a Little House on the Prairie unit study, the family focused on reading The First Four Years, which portrays Laura and Almanzo Wilder’s challenging early marriage. The narrative explores themes of hardship and perseverance, paralleling the family’s summer activities and emphasizing the lessons learned through practical experiences of self-sufficiency and resilience.
How to Grow a Prairie Garden
This content emphasizes the importance of prairie gardening as a vital aspect of a Little House on the Prairie Unit Study for homeschool families. It highlights practical steps for growing a garden while integrating historical, scientific, and economic lessons. Students learn responsibility, patience, and gratitude through hands-on gardening experiences.
These Happy Golden Years
The homeschooling experience allows for deep exploration and hands-on learning, exemplified in a study of pioneer life through “These Happy Golden Years.” Activities included traditional laundry methods that taught children about the demanding realities of history, cooperation in chores, and appreciation for modern conveniences, enriching their understanding of pioneer life.
Little Town on the Prairie {Little House Unit Study}
As we round the home run of our Little House on the Prairie Unit Study, I can feel the pace gently slowing—for all of us. While we’re still being productive, something else has taken centre stage: hours and hours of imaginative play inside the little house. The kind of deep, absorbed make-believe that childhood is made……
By the Shores of the Silver Lake
By the Shores of Silver Lake, the fifth book in Laura Ingalls Wilder’s series, depicts the Ingalls family’s westward journey to Dakota Territory. They face loss and challenges but demonstrate resilience and cooperation. The narrative serves as an effective basis for a homeschool unit study, emphasizing practical skills and family dynamics within pioneer life.
Prairie Blueberry Pie: A Pioneer Cooking Lesson
The Prairie Blueberry Pie activity immerses children in pioneer cooking, teaching practical skills while connecting them to Laura Ingalls Wilder’s world. This lesson explores historical food preparation, emphasizing simpler recipes, hands-on activities, and connections to math and science. Ultimately, it offers a meaningful glimpse into life on the frontier.
Farmer Boy {Little House on the Prairie Unit Study}
This hands-on homeschool week, part of a Little House on the Prairie Unit Study, centers on the book Farmer Boy. Families engage in cooking, crafting, and farm-related activities, emphasizing experiential learning. Projects include gardening, making traditional foods, and home renovations, promoting skills like patience, responsibility, and cooperation among children.